The Spatial and Cultural Configuration of the Family in the Context of the Islamic City: The Case of Pervari

Authors : Ahmet Gülderen, Berfin Göksoy Sevinçli
Pages : 204-225
Doi:10.35415/sirnakifd.1689581
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Publication Date : 2025-10-15
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :The research examines the impact of the Islamic city concept on the spatial and cultural identity of families in the Pervari district. An Islamic city is not merely a settlement consisting of buildings; it is a living form that protects privacy, fosters social solidarity, and inscribes spiritual values into space. In the study that sought to answer the question “How does the Islamic city concept in Pervari affect the spatial and cultural positioning of the family?”, a qualitative method was adopted. Semi-structured interviews conducted with 17 participants were evaluated using the descriptive analysis technique. The importance of this research is to reveal that the Islamic city concept is not only a historical model, but also a vibrant structure in terms of today’s family structure and social organization. In the face of the transformative effects of modernization and globalization, scientifically documenting local experiences aimed at preserving spatial order and social structure will contribute to the relatively limited literature on the sustainability of the Islamic city and the family. The findings show that mosque-centered settlement patterns, courtyard houses, and common social areas both protect family privacy and strengthen social ties. However, this traditional structure has gradually eroded under the influence of modernization and globalization, resulting in a visible increase in individualization, spatial alienation, and cultural fragmentation. Giving more importance to local culture and family values in spatial planning will strengthen social solidarity. In this respect, the study also prepares the groundwork for new discussions on integrating traditional family-centered urban textures into modern urban planning.
Keywords : İslam Tarihi, İslam Şehri, Aile, Modernizm, Küreselleşme, Pervari, Betimsel Analiz.

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